Powerful 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines: Tsunami Warnings Issued Across Multiple Countries

Oct 10, 2025 12:26 pm CST

A powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake has struck off the coast of southern Philippines near Davao Oriental, triggering tsunami warnings across multiple countries. Authorities have urged coastal residents to evacuate to higher ground as waves up to 3 meters above tide level are possible. This seismic event occurs just two weeks after the country's deadliest earthquake in a decade claimed 72 lives on Cebu island.